I am Angela Bates, a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, National Certified Counselor, dedicated to guiding individuals on their journey to emotional well-being. My counseling style is empathetic, mindful, and client-centered. I believe in treating everyone with respect and dignity but equally important, she prides herself on demonstrating compassion, genuineness, and empathy. My treatment approach is set on the foundation of building a therapeutic relationship by establishing trust and rapport from the onset of sessions.
In our first session together, here's what you can expect
In your first session with me, you can expect a safe, welcoming, and structured environment. I will gather important information such as your background, concerns and therapeutic goals to set a foundation for future sessions. However the overall aim is to build trust with you so you can feel comfortable.
The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions
One of my greatest strengths as a mental health provider is my ability to offer non-judgmental, empathetic support. I can listen, validate emotions, and provide coping strategies and resources as needed. Additionally, I offer a safe space where clients feel comfortable to express themselves.
The clients I'm best positioned to serve
I love working with adult clients 18 and older who are experiencing stress, anxiety, depression, grief or relationship issues.
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
I use Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT as it is commonly called) to help you to understand the connection between thoughts, feelings, and reactions. I teach you how to challenge negative thought patterns and respond to challenging situations more effectively.
Acceptance and commitment (ACT)
I integrate ACT techniques such as present-moment awareness, cognitive defusion, self-compassion, and committed action into therapy sessions in a practical and collaborative way. My goal is to support clients in responding to life’s challenges with greater clarity, resilience, and choice—so they can move forward with intention rather than fear.
Grief Therapy
In my work with grief, I help clients make room for painful emotions while also reconnecting with meaning, values, and purpose. Rather than focusing solely on symptom reduction, therapy supports clients in learning how to carry their grief in a way that allows for continued living, loving, and growth. I integrate mindfulness, acceptance, and compassion-based strategies to help clients tolerate emotional waves, reduce self-blame, and soften the struggle with “how things should be.”
7 ratings with written reviews
November 8, 2025
She was an awesome, intelligent, spiritually knowledgeable person with great insight. She was wise and had a natural ability to communicate effectively with a person,
August 4, 2025
Dr. Bates is very warm and supportive. She's insightful and she can notice the stem of your issues through your words. She's been giving me assignments to help me reflect on my past and get through the anxiety, which have all been very helpful. 100% recommended for someone who needs not only a good listener but a mentor type of therapist.
June 30, 2025
It was very easy to open up to Angela Bates. She listens and she gives her perspectives and helps guide me through my thought process. It was solution oriented and I needed someone to offer me solutions to work on my mindset.